There is active participation in the private ministry of the Word in a variety of contexts. The first objective was to assess the church's teaching of the selected spiritual disciplines of Bible intake, prayer and fellowship in the various ministries of the church. The fifth objective was to create a ministry plan to improve the teaching and practice of the selected spiritual disciplines in the various ministries of the church.
The fifth goal was to create a ministry plan to improve the teaching and practice of spiritual disciplines in the various ministries of the church. Limits to be imposed are the length of the project (six months) and the number of counselor training sessions (three, two-hour sessions). Faithfulness in the Christian walk springs from the practice of rejoicing in the Lord'.
Practicing this joy leads to faithfulness and the presence of the Lord in the Christian's life (Phil 4:9). The final result of the Christians' commitment to the spiritual disciplines was the growth of the church. These are the results of the spiritual disciplines of Bible intake, prayer and fellowship practiced in the community of Christ.
These transformative experiences are possible through the grace of God and the practice of the spiritual disciplines of reading the Bible, prayer, and fellowship. Regardless of the chosen method, it is important to read it every day and "delight in the law of the Lord" (Ps 1:2). Different forms of fellowship enable the practice of enjoying the Bible and praying with our brothers and sisters in the body.
We are partners in the great commission and work of God's kingdom. The Bible speaks of the cunning and sickness of the human heart (Jeremiah 17:9) and of the various evils that result from it (Matthew 15:19). The success of the project was also confirmed in the successful implementation of the five set goals.
The Yearning for the Disciplines handbook became the guide for counselors to grow in the understanding and importance of the spiritual disciplines of Bible intake, prayer, and fellowship. The post-survey on ASD also revealed specific data on the growth of caregivers. The fifth goal was to create a ministry plan to improve the instruction and practice of the selected spiritual disciplines in the various ministries in the church.
Spiritual Discipline #1: Bible Intake
Memorizing Scripture is another form of meditation to help the Bible penetrate our hearts and minds. It is especially important in times of temptation or trial to have God's Word stored in our heart. Write the verse on a card and review it and repeat from memory every day this week.
We must study the Bible to better understand what it says (observation), what it means (interpretation), and how it should affect our lives (application). This method, called inductive Bible study, will help us rightly handle the Word of Truth (2 Tim 2:15). Why do you think the audience it was written to needed to hear it?
Many people find first thing in the morning the best time to read, meditate, memorize and study God's Word in preparation for the coming day. We must daily take up the Sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God, to fight in this fallen world (Eph 6:17). It is best to have a Bible reading plan so you will know what to read each morning.
Reading the Bible in a year or reading the same book of the Bible repeatedly for a month are good ideas for your Bible reading time. Every day spend at least 20-30 minutes in the Scriptures and in prayer, set one.
Spiritual Discipline #2: Prayer
Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name (v. 9, God's glory): Thank you, Lord, that you are my father and I am your child. Because you are holy and perfect and you are the king of heaven and earth, I give you praise, honor and worship. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven (v. 10, God's purpose): Come quickly, Father.
This world is a mess, and I want you to rule in justice, truth and love here on earth as well as in heaven. Until that day, let Your will reign in my heart as You lead me through this evil world. With my physical needs, give me grace and strength to love and honor You and love my neighbor as myself.
Help me to remember what your son did for me on the cross so that I will be faithful to forgive others. Father, protect my heart and mind today to recognize and avoid sinful thoughts and behaviors. Using the content of the passage and your meditations, write a prayer of thanksgiving and petition.
Scripture: 1 Therefore, if there is any encouragement in Christ, any consolation of love, any participation in the Spirit, any affection and sympathy, 2 complete my joy that we are of the same mind, with the same love, with full agreement and of one mind . Meditations and Prayer: Thank you, Father, for the encouragement that is in Christ and for allowing me to cooperate with your Spirit. Help me to know and extend your comfort, companionship, love and care to others in a special way today (vs. 1).
Encourage me to love my brothers and sisters as myself, so that we can enjoy sweet fellowship together. Help me to show love to others and direct me to seek what will benefit them, not myself. Thank you, Father, who gives us the mind and example of Jesus Christ, in whose name we pray, Amen (vv. 3-5).
Spiritual Discipline #3: Fellowship
Fill in the date, type of fellowship opportunity, one topic/truth/activity, at least one take-away (bulb, question mark, or arrow), and at least one benefit of the experience. A good Christian friend called me to tell me about a blessing he received in the midst of a very difficult trial.
Conclusion: Reflection Questions
THE 4 GS
CONSENT TO COUNSEL
You must also agree not to discuss our communications with anyone who does not have a requisite interest in the counseling process. In addition, you agree that you will not attempt to compel any Counselor to disclose any information obtained during Counseling or to testify in any legal proceeding related to such Counseling. To ensure that such conflicts will be resolved in a biblically faithful manner, we require all of our counselors to agree that any dispute arising with the counselor or with this church as a result of counseling will be resolved by intra-church mediation according to the principles of scripture and the authority of this local church.
Having clarified the principles and policies of our counseling ministry, we welcome the opportunity to serve you in Christ's name and to be used by Him as He helps you grow in spiritual maturity and prepares you for usefulness in His body . Scripture: Read, study, write, and/or memorize passages of scripture related to issues and sanctification. Prayer: Pray for the application of the given scripture in the counselee's life (thanksgiving and supplication).
CASE REPORT FORM
Instruments in the hands of the Redeemer: People in need of change Helping others in need of change. This project sought to promote effective instruction in three basic spiritual disciplines, Bible intake, prayer, and fellowship, to transform the lives of those receiving biblical counseling and discipleship at Grace Bible Church of Bend, Oregon, for their good and God's glory.
